Karnataka wins award for highest under-construction wind power capacity of 9 GW
Karnataka has been awarded for having the highest under-construction wind power capacity in India, totaling 9 GW. The state government emphasized its commitment to renewable energy and clean energy transitions.
Why it matters
This reflects India's progress toward its renewable energy targets and the role of state-level infrastructure development in the global climate transition.
Karnataka has been recognised for its leadership in the wind energy sector, winning the award for Highest Under-Construction Wind Power Capacity of 9 GW at the 8th edition of Windergy 2026, an event organised by the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers’ Association (IWTMA), at the Chennai Trade Centre on Friday.
Minister for Energy and Tourism K.J. George said, “The achievement reflects Karnataka’s sustained focus on renewable energy development and the State’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for large-scale investments in clean energy.”
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in